1994 BMW 840 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 840 | Volga |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |